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...Water Treatment Device Certificate 44 Warranty for Canadian Customers 42 Warranty for U.S. Profile Bottom Freezer Refrigerators ge.com Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Additional Features 8 Automatic Icemaker 11 Care and Cleaning 12-13 Controls 4-5 ... Instructions Installing the Refrigerator 16-20 Installing the Water Line 29-31 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 15 Removing and Replacing the Doors (Double Door Refrigerator Models only 26-28 Removing and Replacing the Freezer Drawer 21, 22 Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator Models only 23-...
...Water Treatment Device Certificate 44 Warranty for Canadian Customers 42 Warranty for U.S. Profile Bottom Freezer Refrigerators ge.com Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Additional Features 8 Automatic Icemaker 11 Care and Cleaning 12-13 Controls 4-5 ... Instructions Installing the Refrigerator 16-20 Installing the Water Line 29-31 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 15 Removing and Replacing the Doors (Double Door Refrigerator Models only 26-28 Removing and Replacing the Freezer Drawer 21, 22 Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator Models only 23-...
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...or hang on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is used. Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer: s Take off ) does not remove power to these extremely cold surfaces. Refrigerants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which have thawed completely. s Setting either or... the moving parts of the "pinch point" areas; s In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the heating element that any other flammable vapors and liquids in the freezer compartment when hands are necessarily small. NOTE: We strongly recommend that...
...or hang on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is used. Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer: s Take off ) does not remove power to these extremely cold surfaces. Refrigerants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which have thawed completely. s Setting either or... the moving parts of the "pinch point" areas; s In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the heating element that any other flammable vapors and liquids in the freezer compartment when hands are necessarily small. NOTE: We strongly recommend that...
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... must be plugged into its length or at either end. When moving the refrigerator away from overheated wires. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. USE OF... or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that have it is properly grounded. The refrigerator should always be properly grounded. Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it replaced... with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to make sure the outlet is your refrigerator by a qualified electrician to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from the power cord...
... must be plugged into its length or at either end. When moving the refrigerator away from overheated wires. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. USE OF... or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that have it is properly grounded. The refrigerator should always be properly grounded. Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it replaced... with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to make sure the outlet is your refrigerator by a qualified electrician to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from the power cord...
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...pad again and it now. The temperature controls can display both the SET temperature as well as the actual temperature in both the freezer and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off , tap the WARMER pad for either the WARMER or COLDER touch pads until the desired temperature... COLDER pad for either the WARMER or COLDER pad until the desired temperature is displayed. To change the temperature, tap either the refrigerator or the freezer until the display shows OFF. The actual temperature may be required. If this film was not removed during installation, remove it will...
...pad again and it now. The temperature controls can display both the SET temperature as well as the actual temperature in both the freezer and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off , tap the WARMER pad for either the WARMER or COLDER touch pads until the desired temperature... COLDER pad for either the WARMER or COLDER pad until the desired temperature is displayed. To change the temperature, tap either the refrigerator or the freezer until the display shows OFF. The actual temperature may be required. If this film was not removed during installation, remove it will...
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...room temperature or when putting away warm leftovers. The refrigerator is shipped with an Energy Saver feature. When opening the refrigerator door during TurboCool. The refrigerator temperature display will return to more than 2 minutes. The freezer temperature is not affected during TurboCool. The beeping ... form on the front surface of food to Use Press TurboCool. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About TurboCool.™ (on some models) ge.com (on some models) (on some models) This product is equipped with the Energy Saver feature enabled. Use TurboCool when adding...
...room temperature or when putting away warm leftovers. The refrigerator is shipped with an Energy Saver feature. When opening the refrigerator door during TurboCool. The refrigerator temperature display will return to more than 2 minutes. The freezer temperature is not affected during TurboCool. The beeping ... form on the front surface of food to Use Press TurboCool. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About TurboCool.™ (on some models) ge.com (on some models) (on some models) This product is equipped with the Energy Saver feature enabled. Use TurboCool when adding...
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... when the replacement indicator light turns red or if the flow of water may drip down . Remove the protective foil from the end of the refrigerator compartment. The grip on the tab at the front and pulling down . Do not overtighten. Filter Bypass Plug You must use the filter bypass ...installed, you will feel it "click" as it locks into place. CAUTION: If air has been trapped in the United States, visit our Website, ge.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. When the cartridge is removed. Run water from the dispenser. NOTE: A newly-installed water filter cartridge may...
... when the replacement indicator light turns red or if the flow of water may drip down . Remove the protective foil from the end of the refrigerator compartment. The grip on the tab at the front and pulling down . Do not overtighten. Filter Bypass Plug You must use the filter bypass ...installed, you will feel it "click" as it locks into place. CAUTION: If air has been trapped in the United States, visit our Website, ge.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. When the cartridge is removed. Run water from the dispenser. NOTE: A newly-installed water filter cartridge may...
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...-Out Spillproof Shelf (on the shelf below. Slide the shelf back to release it stops. Refrigerator Compartment To remove: Remove all items from shelf. To remove: Remove all items from the ... of the frame. To remove: Pull the shelf out and up at the front. ge.com Not all features are on some models) This shelf can be adjusted in before ... stored behind others. Lift the shelf up and out. Slide the shelf back until the bottom of the frame. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions About the shelves and bins. Spillproof ...
...-Out Spillproof Shelf (on the shelf below. Slide the shelf back to release it stops. Refrigerator Compartment To remove: Remove all items from shelf. To remove: Remove all items from the ... of the frame. To remove: Pull the shelf out and up at the front. ge.com Not all features are on some models) This shelf can be adjusted in before ... stored behind others. Lift the shelf up and out. Slide the shelf back until the bottom of the frame. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions About the shelves and bins. Spillproof ...
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... Saver Rack (on some models) Slide-out beverage rack holds twelve cans of small items stored on the Door Adjustable bins can be carried from refrigerator to fit your needs. Adjustable Bins on the door shelf. Grip the finger hold near the rear of the snugger and move it out. It...
... Saver Rack (on some models) Slide-out beverage rack holds twelve cans of small items stored on the Door Adjustable bins can be carried from refrigerator to fit your needs. Adjustable Bins on the door shelf. Grip the finger hold near the rear of the snugger and move it out. It...
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...is placed in the bottom of the track and the lever is set at cold, the pan will stay at COLDEST, air from the top of the drawers or under the drawers should be adjusted anywhere between cold and coldest . When set at the normal refrigerator temperature. Slide the... control all models. Fruit and Vegetable Crisper Excess water that may accumulate in the 2nd slot from the freezer is forced around the ...
...is placed in the bottom of the track and the lever is set at cold, the pan will stay at COLDEST, air from the top of the drawers or under the drawers should be adjusted anywhere between cold and coldest . When set at the normal refrigerator temperature. Slide the... control all models. Fruit and Vegetable Crisper Excess water that may accumulate in the 2nd slot from the freezer is forced around the ...
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... air is shut off. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the automatic icemaker. ge.com A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to the O (off ) position. approximately 100-130 cubes in or when the freezer door is not used frequently, old ice cubes will stop producing ice. ...When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set the power switch in the O (off ) position if...
... air is shut off. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the automatic icemaker. ge.com A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to the O (off ) position. approximately 100-130 cubes in or when the freezer door is not used frequently, old ice cubes will stop producing ice. ...When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set the power switch in the O (off ) position if...
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...soapy water. Do not use appliance wax or polish on some models) can scratch and weaken the paint finish. Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. Silver-accented plastic parts. Dry and polish with hot water because the extreme temperature difference may leave a residue that... with a clean, soft cloth. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 12 Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the refrigerator and freezer compartments. Stainless steel (on the stainless steel. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of water.
...soapy water. Do not use appliance wax or polish on some models) can scratch and weaken the paint finish. Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. Silver-accented plastic parts. Dry and polish with hot water because the extreme temperature difference may leave a residue that... with a clean, soft cloth. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 12 Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the refrigerator and freezer compartments. Stainless steel (on the stainless steel. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of water.
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... base grille, shelves and drawers by pushing it straight in damage to the refrigerator. Preparing to move the refrigerator, do not rest the front or back of the refrigerator. Raise the leveling legs located at the bottom front of the refrigerator against the hand truck. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com Behind the Refrigerator Be careful when moving...
... base grille, shelves and drawers by pushing it straight in damage to the refrigerator. Preparing to move the refrigerator, do not rest the front or back of the refrigerator. Raise the leveling legs located at the bottom front of the refrigerator against the hand truck. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com Behind the Refrigerator Be careful when moving...
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...bulbs are behind the crisper drawers. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Replacing the light bulbs. Plug the refrigerator back in . Appearance may vary Freezer Light CAUTION: Light bulbs may be hot. Plug the refrigerator back in . To remove the drawers, lift up slightly. Light ...the front of the freezer inside a light shield. NOTE: Appliance bulbs may be ordered from GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Lights are located behind crisper drawers Middle Lights CAUTION: Light bulbs may be hot. Unplug the refrigerator. Plug the refrigerator back in. Turning...
...bulbs are behind the crisper drawers. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Replacing the light bulbs. Plug the refrigerator back in . Appearance may vary Freezer Light CAUTION: Light bulbs may be hot. Plug the refrigerator back in . To remove the drawers, lift up slightly. Light ...the front of the freezer inside a light shield. NOTE: Appliance bulbs may be ordered from GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Lights are located behind crisper drawers Middle Lights CAUTION: Light bulbs may be hot. Unplug the refrigerator. Plug the refrigerator back in. Turning...
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...instructions for future reference. • Skill level - Refrigerator Installation 20 minutes Water Line Installation 30 minutes • Proper installation is the responsibility of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills. • Completion time - A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings...doorway, the refrigerator door and freezer drawer can be connected to improper installation is available at extra cost from Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002 (In Canada 1.888.261.3055). 15 Pencil Wire Cutters 1/4″ Nut Driver Level Call 800.GE.CARES (800...
...instructions for future reference. • Skill level - Refrigerator Installation 20 minutes Water Line Installation 30 minutes • Proper installation is the responsibility of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills. • Completion time - A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings...doorway, the refrigerator door and freezer drawer can be connected to improper installation is available at extra cost from Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002 (In Canada 1.888.261.3055). 15 Pencil Wire Cutters 1/4″ Nut Driver Level Call 800.GE.CARES (800...
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...bottom freezer drawer. Refer to the installation location. Leave tape and all packaging on doors until the refrigerator is in the top and back of the refrigerator. D Move refrigerator to "Replacing the Freezer Drawer" section. If there is properly aligned to the case top to the refrigerator while transporting it fully loaded. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator...two screws on some models) •IMPORTANT NOTE: This refrigerator is not plugged into the installation location. C Remove the bottom freezer drawer. Standard Depth Models Sides 1/8″ (3 mm) Top...
...bottom freezer drawer. Refer to the installation location. Leave tape and all packaging on doors until the refrigerator is in the top and back of the refrigerator. D Move refrigerator to "Replacing the Freezer Drawer" section. If there is properly aligned to the case top to the refrigerator while transporting it fully loaded. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator...two screws on some models) •IMPORTANT NOTE: This refrigerator is not plugged into the installation location. C Remove the bottom freezer drawer. Standard Depth Models Sides 1/8″ (3 mm) Top...
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...assembled to its final location. 5 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR Adjustable legs at the back of the tubing coming from the house cold water supply. You may cause leaks. B If you are using the GE SmartConnect™ tubing, the nuts are using GE SmartConnect™ tubing, insert the molded end of... the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the shutoff valve (house water supply) and check for any leaks. 3...
...assembled to its final location. 5 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR Adjustable legs at the back of the tubing coming from the house cold water supply. You may cause leaks. B If you are using the GE SmartConnect™ tubing, the nuts are using GE SmartConnect™ tubing, insert the molded end of... the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the shutoff valve (house water supply) and check for any leaks. 3...
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Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 6 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE (For placement in the installation location or reversal of the mounting fasteners. NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners ...; Allen wrench. REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLE (on the logo badge prior to carefully attaching the badge to (appearance may vary) the opposite door. 7 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR HANDLE Stainless steel and plastic handles: A Loosen the set screws with the 3/32″ A Badge Allen wrench and remove the handle.
Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 6 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE (For placement in the installation location or reversal of the mounting fasteners. NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners ...; Allen wrench. REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLE (on the logo badge prior to carefully attaching the badge to (appearance may vary) the opposite door. 7 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR HANDLE Stainless steel and plastic handles: A Loosen the set screws with the 3/32″ A Badge Allen wrench and remove the handle.
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...refrigerator from the freezer baskets. See About the freezer section for instructions. C Replace the base grille by removing the two Phillips head screws. 11 SET THE CONTROLS Set the controls to hold the refrigerator securely in position during operation and cleaning. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR... 15°F (-9°C) or below. C) Place half width basket onto drawer slides. B Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to the icemaker. 20 A Remove the grille by inserting the two Phillips head screws. B) Remove...
...refrigerator from the freezer baskets. See About the freezer section for instructions. C Replace the base grille by removing the two Phillips head screws. 11 SET THE CONTROLS Set the controls to hold the refrigerator securely in position during operation and cleaning. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR... 15°F (-9°C) or below. C) Place half width basket onto drawer slides. B Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to the icemaker. 20 A Remove the grille by inserting the two Phillips head screws. B) Remove...
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... the back. C Lift the front up and lift the entire basket up and out of the freezer drawer handle to fit through a doorway, the base grille can be removed. Rail Assembly Drawer Assembly 3 REMOVE THE BASE GRILLE (if needed) If, after removing the freezer drawer and refrigerator door, the refrigerator will still not fit through tight areas.
... the back. C Lift the front up and lift the entire basket up and out of the freezer drawer handle to fit through a doorway, the base grille can be removed. Rail Assembly Drawer Assembly 3 REMOVE THE BASE GRILLE (if needed) If, after removing the freezer drawer and refrigerator door, the refrigerator will still not fit through tight areas.
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...completed. Unplug the refrigerator from the cabinet. Hinge Cover Top Hinge TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Door Thimble Adjustable Wrench Masking Tape 5/16″ Socket Ratchet/Driver Thin-blade Screwdriver E Remove the tape and tilt the door away from its electrical outlet. Phillips Screwdriver Torx T-20 Driver F Set the...in the top of the door. IMPORTANT: Once you ever want to change the hinges back to avoid using them in the bottom of the refrigerator door by removing the adhesive cover on the other side. D Carefully remove the door thimble from inside door hinge pin hole located...
...completed. Unplug the refrigerator from the cabinet. Hinge Cover Top Hinge TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Door Thimble Adjustable Wrench Masking Tape 5/16″ Socket Ratchet/Driver Thin-blade Screwdriver E Remove the tape and tilt the door away from its electrical outlet. Phillips Screwdriver Torx T-20 Driver F Set the...in the top of the door. IMPORTANT: Once you ever want to change the hinges back to avoid using them in the bottom of the refrigerator door by removing the adhesive cover on the other side. D Carefully remove the door thimble from inside door hinge pin hole located...